Welcome to the first edition of our new newsletter, featuring content from the widely respected “Leather and the Circular Economy” section.

Launched in early 2020, this series has now delivered more than 160 standalone articles, offering thought leadership and real-world examples of how leather fits into the circular economy. We hope you enjoy this article—and many more to come.

SMEs weigh data burden – Some of the world’s most beautiful shoes are crafted by highly skilled artisans in small workshops. Now, these makers are being asked to take on additional roles as data providers and sustainability managers, as their customers seek information to comply with European legislative requirements. What does the future hold for these Italian SMEs, already operating on tight margins?